Movies and TV Must Watch Series - Page 154

**Buehler445** · 07:36 PM

All this talk about series, how network TV Sucks, and how hard it is to find quality shows, and some excellent shows that fly under the radar, I need a comprehensive review of all the series I need to see.

For good entertainment, I would be willing to buy DVD sets. But I've recently picked up HBOGO by kiping it from my parents, and recently got Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Here is a listing of shows that I currently own or have seen all the episodes of. If it isn't on the list, just assume I haven't seen it.

Spoiler!

Here is a listing of shows that I'm currently watching

Spoiler!

Here is a listing of shows on my list to watch (mostly due to this thread)

Spoiler!

I work a ****ton, so it is hard for me catch a series while it is on to get it on the DVR, but I recognize the entertainment value and am willing to go after the Must See shows. Accordingly, I'm not necessarily looking for anything that is still running. I'm up for watching stuff that has run its course.

So what say you, Planet? Which shows should I see?

UPDATED for the shows I've seen recently.

ChiliConCarnage · 06-09-2023, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by staylor26

Silo on AppleTV is off to a great start.

Sci-fi with a mystery.

It looked interesting. Glad to hear it's turning out. It's on the list next time I pick up apple tv+

I know some people who really like the books it is based on.

kevrunner · 06-09-2023, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by TwistedChief

I can’t remember who in this thread recommended Mr. Inbetween on FX/Hulu, but damn, it’s one really phenomenal show that I like far more than I thought I would’ve. Just finished the second season and disappointed there’s only more left.

That was me. My brother got me to give it a shot, I didn’t want to at first, but decided to watch a few episodes and just couldn’t stop after that and give it a rewatch a few months later. After you finish season 3, the main actor does an interview that I was lucky to stumble across. This interview is a bonus if you were also a fan of The Sopranos.

KCUnited · 06-10-2023, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by staylor26

Silo on AppleTV is off to a great start.

Sci-fi with a mystery.

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Originally Posted by ChiliConCarnage

It looked interesting. Glad to hear it's turning out. It's on the list next time I pick up apple tv+

I know some people who really like the books it is based on.

I know nothing of the books but started this last night

I'm only 2 episodes in but its been really good

Monticore · 06-10-2023, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DJ's left nut

I have the final season of Saul to watch.

The problem is that they just went so long between seasons over those last 3 that it really killed the momentum for me. I've never bothered to watch the last one despite religiously watching the first several. I gotta believe they did a nice job with it and there are so many questions that could be answered. I should watch it.

I just haven't. It's hard to get that inertia back.

Same for me , almost forgot about it .

Zebedee DuBois · 06-10-2023, 10:34 AM

Also on Apple TV+: City On Fire

I've been enjoying it. The villain is a bit on the nose.

TwistedChief · 06-11-2023, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by staylor26

Ohh, you have to watch it.

It was the best season IMO and wrapped things up nicely.

The BB/BCS universe is my favorite though.

Agreed on this.

Also agreed on True Detective S1. Nothing, NOTHING is as good as that. Not The Wire. Nothing. S2 was very meh but it seemed worse because of the standards of S1. S3 was actually really good and I'm excited for S4 with Jodie Foster.

Have you watched Fargo (the TV version)? That's just outside my top 5 but stacks up in pure enjoyment against anything.

Monticore · 06-12-2023, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by TwistedChief

Agreed on this.

Also agreed on True Detective S1. Nothing, NOTHING is as good as that. Not The Wire. Nothing. S2 was very meh but it seemed worse because of the standards of S1. S3 was actually really good and I'm excited for S4 with Jodie Foster.

Have you watched Fargo (the TV version)? That's just outside my top 5 but stacks up in pure enjoyment against anything.

Love True Detective S1 and Fargo S1 but for some reason when the manga n characters changes I lose interest , would have to try s2 for both again

**Buehler445** · 06-12-2023, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Zebedee DuBois

Also on Apple TV+: City On Fire

I've been enjoying it. The villain is a bit on the nose.

Can't remember if it has been discussed here, but I've been watching Shrinking and I really like it. Ford and Jessica Williams are up here throwing 100MPH the whole time. I'm not the biggest Jason Segal fan, but he's hanging in there, and it works for what they're trying to do. They're going after some godDAMN serious subject matter...with a comedy (?) and it seems to be working. So far (4 episodes in) they're doing a decent job of balancing the goofball shit with serious stuff, and delineating the two.

I admittedly wasn't expecting much, but it has me hooked. We'll see how they navigate the storylines, but I'm pretty impressed so far.

kevrunner · 06-12-2023, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TwistedChief

Ghosts of Beirut on Showtime. One episode released thus far. True story.

Homeland-ish vibes. Looks like this will be really enjoyable.

I was a little reluctant to watch this show only because my friend was killed in the 1983 Marine Barracks bombing and I thought they were going to show more details of that, but I’m glad they didn’t. Glad I watched it. I always enjoy Dermot Mulroney‘s movies/TV shows. He did a great job in this. I had to google the CIA agent he was portraying to see what actually happened to him.

**Bowser** · 06-12-2023, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Buehler445

Treason on Netflix is a nice little spy thriller.

Normally the shit is pretty easy to see, but this did a decent enough job of keeping the twists hidden. You have to suspend some disbelief, but not so much that it takes you out of it.

Olga Kurylenko still does it for me. She’s getting older and they tried (pretty successfully) to make her look haggard, but for whatever reason she still trips my trigger.

Just fired that one up. Can confirm Olga is still hot as balls.

Just finished The Night Agent. I was pleasantly surprised. They didn't reinvent the wheel of political thrillers, but it kept me pulled in the entire way through. Would recommend.

TwistedChief · 06-12-2023, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by kevrunner

I was a little reluctant to watch this show only because my friend was killed in the 1983 Marine Barracks bombing and I thought they were going to show more details of that, but I’m glad they didn’t. Glad I watched it. I always enjoy Dermot Mulroney‘s movies/TV shows. He did a great job in this. I had to google the CIA agent he was portraying to see what actually happened to him.

I thought it was a phenomenal true story that I knew absolutely nothing about. I grew up hearing about the marine barracks bombing but clearly didn't know the backstory or the significance of it. I only wish this had been more than 4 episodes as it was really solid.

And sorry for the loss of your friend - I can totally understand how that might have made you more reluctant to watch it at the outset.

Zebedee DuBois · 06-13-2023, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Buehler445

Can't remember if it has been discussed here, but I've been watching Shrinking and I really like it. Ford and Jessica Williams are up here throwing 100MPH the whole time. I'm not the biggest Jason Segal fan, but he's hanging in there, and it works for what they're trying to do. They're going after some godDAMN serious subject matter...with a comedy (?) and it seems to be working. So far (4 episodes in) they're doing a decent job of balancing the goofball shit with serious stuff, and delineating the two.

I admittedly wasn't expecting much, but it has me hooked. We'll see how they navigate the storylines, but I'm pretty impressed so far.

I enjoyed Shrinking on Apple TV+ as well. That series went by too fast.

Urc Burry · 06-13-2023, 10:38 PM

3 episodes into the crowded room on apple. Tom Holland can act his ass off. This is the third of his I’ve seen where he plays a complete degen flawlessly. Cherry? I think. And one other on Netflix

One gripe with the crowded room ..

Spoiler!

Urc Burry · 06-13-2023, 10:40 PM

Has Apple taken the #2 spot for original series?

HBO is obviously the top dog. And then I think it has to be Apple, with Prime coming in third. I barely even log into Netflix nowadays, and will probably eventually drop it

Pepe Silvia · 06-20-2023, 12:02 PM

The Righteous Gemstones starts off great.

I’m sick and tired of seeing you moping around the house all day pretending like your Born on the Fourth of July or somethin’.

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Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $404734	Must Watch Series All this talk about series, how network TV Sucks, and how hard it is to find quality shows, and some excellent shows that fly under the radar, I need a comprehensive review of all the series I need to see. For good entertainment, I would be willing to buy DVD sets. But I've recently picked up HBOGO by kiping it from my parents, and recently got Netflix and Amazon Prime. Here is a listing of shows that I currently own or have seen all the episodes of. If it isn't on the list, just assume I haven't seen it. Spoiler! Great Shows – Must See Game of Thrones Mad Men Longmire Burn Notice House Spartacus House of Cards Justified True Detective Breaking Bad The Assets The Wire Sherlock (BBC) The Americans The Walking Dead Deadwood Netflix: Daredevil Jack Taylor Luther Bosch Good shows Travelers Ozark The Leftovers Conviction Medici The Last Kingdom Firefly Dollhouse The Good Wife Hell on Wheels Big Bang Theory Falling Skies Suits White Collar Agents of SHIELD Arrow Boss Rome Orange is the New Black Orphan Black The Knick Goliath (Amazon) Iron Fist Show Me a Hero Hell on Wheels Shooter Mediocre Robin Hood (BBC) Vikings How I met your Mother Scrubs Chuck That 70's Show Top Gear Graceland Hung (HBO) Gotham Conviction Crap Camelot Top Shot Defiance Legends of Tomorrow Here is a listing of shows that I'm currently watching Spoiler! Great Good Boardwalk Empire Westworld Mediocre Crap Here is a listing of shows on my list to watch (mostly due to this thread) Spoiler! The Sopranos 24 Fargo (missed getting it on the DVR ) Band of Brothers The Pacific The Comeback 6 Feet Under John Adams Battlestar Glactica Friday Night Lights I work a ***ton, so it is hard for me catch a series while it is on to get it on the DVR, but I recognize the entertainment value and am willing to go after the Must See shows. Accordingly, I'm not necessarily looking for anything that is still running. I'm up for watching stuff that has run its course. So what say you, Planet? Which shows should I see? UPDATED for the shows I've seen recently. Last edited by Buehler445; 08-09-2017 at 07:36 PM..*
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Urc Burry Veteran Join Date: Jan 2011 Casino cash: $8891048	3 episodes into the crowded room on apple. Tom Holland can act his ass off. This is the third of his I’ve seen where he plays a complete degen flawlessly. Cherry? I think. And one other on Netflix One gripe with the crowded room .. Spoiler! I didn’t catch it until the third episode on the intro.. but I really wish they hadn’t mentioned it was based off Billy Milligan. I was starting to get an idea it was going that way, but it did ruin a little of the suspense for me
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06-13-2023, 10:40 PM	#2309
Urc Burry Veteran Join Date: Jan 2011 Casino cash: $8891048	Has Apple taken the #2 spot for original series? HBO is obviously the top dog. And then I think it has to be Apple, with Prime coming in third. I barely even log into Netflix nowadays, and will probably eventually drop it
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Pepe Silvia MVP Join Date: Oct 2012 Casino cash: $44664	The Righteous Gemstones starts off great. I’m sick and tired of seeing you moping around the house all day pretending like your Born on the Fourth of July or somethin’.
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